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6 Regular Meeting August 11, 1997 Page 6 AYE: Mihalkanin, Guerra. NAY: Hughson, Han, Moore, Hernandez. ABSTAJ?N: None. Motion fails. Mayor Moore introduced approval of dates for a Quarterly Workshop. Mr. Gilley stated Downtown Parking and Drainage Utility would be two items on the agenda. The Council agreed on September 5, 1997, and Ms. Hughson suggested allocating time units for each item. Mayor Moore introduced a discussion regarding Bishop Street truck traffic. Mr. Guerra stated Bishop Street was constructed by the City and has been worked on for years. He felt this street was not constructed for eighteen wheelers and the city should prohibit trucks from traveling that road due to safety and welfare of school kids, Mr. Guerra suggested allowing certain tonnage on Bishop. Ms. Hughson stated concern with detouring traffic onto Ranch Road 12 and Moore Street. Mr. Hart stated this is a transportation issue and Ranch Road 12 would be the State's responsibility. However, we should wait and hear from the Bond Committee. Discussion ensued and Council directed Mr. Gilley to review traffic patterns, assess damage and existing damage and potential causes of damage. Mr. Guerra requested staff also make recommendations on solving the problem. Mayor Moore introduced the City Manager's Report. Mr. Gilley had no report at this meeting. Mavor Moore introduced the City Attorney's Report. Mr. Taylor had no report at this meeting. Mayor Moore introduced the City Council's Report. 1) Mr. Hernandez stated the Fish Hatchery parking lot and the City Park parking lot fills up with students when school begins and the City needs to adopt rules regarding parking in these areas. 2) Mr. Mihalkanin stated the University was interested in working with the private sector and City government regarding the parking lot behind the old fire station. He suggested designating one or two people from the Council meet With a committee of individuals to discuss the parking situation. Mr. Guerra suggested appointing an interim committee composed of Southwest Texas, Private Sector, Downtown Merchants, City and Chamber to have a specific charge and recommendations on solving the parking problem. Ms. Hughson stated she would like to see the employers have some responsibility for parking for their own employees in the downtown area. Mayor Moore requested Mr. Gilley place this item on the Workshop agenda. 3) Mr. Hernandez stated the hospitality room for the American G.I. Forum supported by the City Council was a complete success and thanked the Council for their support. Mayor Moore introduced an Executive Session pursuant to Government Code, Section 551.071, to discuss matters where the City Attorney's ethical duty to the City clearly conflicts with Government Code Chapter 551 (tourism promotion contracts and economic development contracts); and Section 551.074, to discuss duties of public officers (Planning and Zoning Commission, City Manager). Mr. Guerra moved to adjourn into Executive Session at 10:07 p.m. and Mr. Hernandez seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Mr. Guerra moved to reconvene from Executive Session at 11:59 p.m. and Mr. Mihalkanin seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 12:00 a.m. on motion made by Mr. Hernandez and seconded by Mr. Mihalkanin. N A?, V\r" Billy G. Moore Mayor